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Distinguish ‘Adverse Effect’ From ‘Poisoning’

Published on Thu Dec 01, 2022

Hint: Context is key. Reporting the correct ICD-10-CM code to reflect drug toxicity can be tricky because there are so many moving parts. Understand how to break down the diagnostic process into six distinct steps and use these expert tips when drug toxicity coding situations come your way. Clinical example: A patient arrives for an evaluation and management (E/M) visit [...]
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